1. Bow Wow is a Ja… Read Full Bio ↴There are multiple artists with the name Bow Wow.
1. Bow Wow is a Japanese heavy metal band from Tokyo, formed in 1975. The band released their self-titled debut in 1976. The band briefly changed their name to Vow Wow from 1984-1990, and changed back to Bow Wow by their 1995 album Bow Wow #1.
2. Shad Gregory Moss (born March 9, 1987), better known by his stage name Bow Wow (formerly Lil' Bow Wow), is an American rapper, actor and television host. As Lil' Bow Wow, he released his first album, Beware of Dog, in 2000 at age 13, which was followed by Doggy Bag in 2001. In 2003, Bow Wow released his third album Unleashed, which was the first album released after dropping the "Lil'" from his stage name.
Bow Wow made his first movie appearance in All About the Benjamins, in 2002 as a cameo. In the same year, Bow Wow made his debut as the lead role in Like Mike. He later began to undertake lead roles in movies, such as Johnson Family Vacation in 2004 and Roll Bounce in 2005. He also played a supporting role in the film The Fast and the Furious: Tokyo Drift in 2006. Bow Wow also appeared in five episodes of the television series Entourage, and starred as Brody Nelson in CSI: Cyber until the show's cancelation in 2016.
In his career, Bow Wow has had three top ten hits on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart. He has sold over 10 million copies and 14 million digital assets worldwide.
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Bow Wow Lyrics
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He's so fine, he can't be beat
He's got everything that I desire
Sets the summer sun on fire
I want candy, I want candy
Go to see him when the sun goes down
You're my guy, just what the doctor ordered
So sweet, you make my mouth water
I want candy, I want candy
Candy on the beach, there's nothing better
But I like candy when it's wrapped in a sweater
Some day soon I'll make you mine,
Then I'll have candy all the time
I want candy, I want candy
I want candy, I want candy...
The song "I Want Candy" by Bow Wow Wow is a classic 80s pop hit with catchy lyrics that sing about a desire for candy and a handsome boy. The first stanza describes the guy and his desirable qualities. He is tough yet sweet, and he has everything that the singer wants. The next line, "Sets the summer sun on fire," is quite poignant as it portrays the guy's radiance and how his presence can light up everything around him. The chorus comprises the refrain 'I want candy, I want candy' multiple times. The candy symbolizes something sweet and desirable, which could either indicate the boy or something else that the singer desires.
The second stanza amplifies the singer's longing for the guy as she goes to see him every day when the sun goes down. She admires him and calls him the finest boy in town. "You're my guy, just what the doctor ordered," refers to the guy as a remedy that the singer desires. The phrase "So sweet, you make my mouth water" compares the guy's sweetness to candy, playing off the song's title. The third and final stanza uses a metaphor to liken the singer's feelings towards candy to her desire for the guy. "Candy on the beach, there's nothing better, but I like candy when it's wrapped in a sweater" is unclear, but it could be possible that she likes the guy because he keeps her warm like a sweater, especially during the cold winter.
Line by Line Meaning
Know a guy who's tough but sweet
I am aware of a man who is both strong and gentle
He's so fine, he can't be beat
He is exquisite and unbeatable in his essence
He's got everything that I desire
He possesses all the attributes that I am fond of
Sets the summer sun on fire
He is so charming that he brightens up even the hottest season
I want candy, I want candy
I am expressing my keen desire for something that is delightful and pleasurable
Go to see him when the sun goes down
I visit him during the night-time hours
Ain't no finer boy in town
There is no other young man who is as wonderful as him in the vicinity
You're my guy, just what the doctor ordered
You are the perfect remedy for all my emotional needs
So sweet, you make my mouth water
You are so delightful that I salivate at the thought of you
Candy on the beach, there's nothing better
Sweets by the seashore are the ultimate pleasures
But I like candy when it's wrapped in a sweater
However, I also enjoy confectioneries covered in a cozy layer
Some day soon I'll make you mine
I hope to soon make you my own
Then I'll have candy all the time
For then, I will have a constant source of pleasure and indulgence
I want candy, I want candy
My desire for sweet treats continues
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Universal Music Publishing Group, Downtown Music Publishing
Written by: BERT BERNS, ROBERT FELDMAN, RICHARD GOTTEHRER, GERALD GOLDSTEIN
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Wodavenge
One of my favourite songs ever. Bow wow made something really special here. Been listening this for 10 years now 🙏 respect from Finland
vusumuzi khumalo
Bow wow forgot who he is, for real this dude was really the prince of Hip Hop, we all was waiting for him to claim king. You still have the skills man, dont allow this new cats make you forget who you are. You always made hits and still do
Thomas Amoros
vusumuzi khumalo real talk, actually he copying the wave, that's why his career is stuck in 00's he must bring is own sound. With meaning lyrics ect.. not be a Desiigner or 21 savage sole type of shit, who will be outdated in 5,6 years
Sophie Rae
vusumuzi khumalo I think that because he's resilient against the industry he can't be that person , bow is music & I feel like if he's not willing to sacrifice his sanity or his soul & throw away his morals & basically become a puppet who pushes their agenda then they take it away & it's messed up because that's a MAIN reason why today's music is garbage . He is s huge influence as are every other talented person & their light is dimmed by the dark shadows of what really goes on .. they silence those who are not willing to become slaves . I know people claim that people read way to into things & it's all haegwash but it is the truth.. he had a song cold sell my soul & THAT within it's self is noticeable
Gio Mitchell
Beer detect
Zombie Slayer
vusumuzi khumalo listen you need to be quite BC Bow Wow make this song from his heart and its kinda sad.
clutch nvdo
@Thomas Amoros you were so wrong about 21 savage
Gregory-Lee
This song was shown to me back in highschool now I’m about to have my first child, hit me straight in the feels, memories..
Tony Gningha
2018 and this still one of my favorite songs ever. Bow really killed it
India Davis
This song right here was real and true, came straight from the heart and soul you are one of the best young artists ever I've been your number one fan since day one and always would be the number one day fan. You are one of them amazing father and you are a great young man keep your head up always.